{"product_id":"mercury-mercruiser-sterndrive-installation-hardware-fits-mc-i-r-mr-alpha-bravo-11-859116k01","title":"Mercury – Sterndrive Installation Hardware Kit | Alpha \u0026 Bravo Series | Stainless Steel Fasteners | 859116K01","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Sterndrive Installation Hardware Kit | Alpha \u0026amp; Bravo Series | Stainless Steel Fasteners | 859116K01\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Any boater who has spent time around sterndrives knows how important solid, reliable hardware is. When you’re pulling the drive to service a bellows or reinstalling after maintenance, you want fasteners that feel tight, clean, and trustworthy. That’s why this genuine Mercury Marine part stands out. The 859116K01 hardware kit gives you the reassurance that the bell housing on your Alpha or Bravo drive is secured with the same quality components used at the factory — no shortcuts, no compromises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIncludes six Stainless Steel nyloc nuts and six Stainless Steel washers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesigned specifically for attaching MerCruiser sterndrive bell housings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt to match Mercury Marine engineering requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOne-time-use nyloc nuts for maximum security\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eReliable grip that holds firm under vibration and load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMade for MerCruiser MC-1, R, MR, Alpha, and Bravo series sterndrives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFits runabouts, cruisers, sport boats, and many lake and coastal vessels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIdeal for full sterndrive service or seasonal maintenance work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e When you tighten these fasteners, you can feel them seat with a smooth, steady bite. The Stainless Steel construction resists corrosion, an important detail for anyone boating in saltwater or brackish environments. Mercury Marine’s nyloc nuts are designed to grip strong the first time, preventing loosening from engine vibration or hull impact. This is one of those situations where the hardware truly matters — the bell housing is too important to rely on weak or reused parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis kit makes the process simple: the pieces fit cleanly, the threads engage the way they should, and the installation feels controlled instead of forced. Once everything is torqued down, you know it’s secure, which means fewer worries and more confidence when you head back out on plane.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e With sterndrives, precision isn’t optional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Using genuine Mercury Marine parts ensures you’re installing hardware built specifically for the stresses of these systems. Aftermarket nuts may look similar, but they rarely match the exact thread quality or grip strength Mercury requires. OEM hardware fits right, lasts longer, and gives you peace of mind knowing the drive is held together the way the engineers intended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It’s a small investment for long-term reliability on the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which sterndrives does this kit fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It fits MerCruiser MC-1, R, MR, Alpha, and Bravo series drives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes this different from non-OEM hardware?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The fit, strength, and Stainless Steel quality meet Mercury’s manufacturing standards, ensuring proper retention and long-term durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: How do I know if this is the right kit for my boat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e If your drive falls under the Alpha or Bravo family, this is the correct bell housing hardware set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Can it be used in freshwater and saltwater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes. Stainless Steel construction holds up well in both environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: Do the nyloc nuts need to be reused?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e No — Mercury specifically recommends replacing them after each use for proper security.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46932453490979,"sku":"11-859116K01","price":20.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/859116q01_main.jpg?v=1760631246","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-sterndrive-installation-hardware-fits-mc-i-r-mr-alpha-bravo-11-859116k01","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}